1975 Ford Capri vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 410 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Capri (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | 600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
